Farrington's Mellow Yellow

Throwback to earlier this year when we caught up with fourth-generation Northamptonshire farmer, Duncan Farrington. ⁠ Duncan and his team are the clever bunch behind @mellowyellowkitchen - a cold-pressed rapeseed oil that we use across our kitchens. Not only is it properly tasty, but it’s made with the environment front and centre. ⁠ The team are doing loads of brilliant things, but one of the standout achievements? Becoming the world’s first food product to be certified both carbon neutral and plastic neutral. #YoungsPubs #MellowYellow

💛 Introducing our NEW 2 Litre Kitchen Hero ✔️ High-quality cold pressed rapeseed oil ✔️ Incredible value: 1 pouch = 4 bottles ✔️ Reduced waste ✔️ Easy to pour, easy to store ✔️ Same delicious trusted Mellow Yellow taste you know and love! Refill your bottle. Save money. Cook with confidence. Find it on @ocadouk now! #MellowYellowOil #KitchenHero #RefillAndCook #BritishGrown #SustainableKitchen #ColdPressedOil #refill #coldpressedrapeseedoil #Britishproduce #Britishingredients MellowYellow

At Mellow Yellow, we believe in transparency and informed discussions around nutrition—so we were thrilled when Duncan was invited to take part in the latest @gastropodcast episode: Seed Oil Scare – The Curious Case of Canola. This balanced deep dive into the myths and realities of seed oils features fascinating insights from esteemed experts, including Professors Michael Eskin, Matti Marklund, Carla Taylor and Dariush Mozaffarian. With our commitment to producing high-quality, cold-pressed rapeseed oil, we welcomed the chance to contribute to this important conversation. If you’ve ever wondered about the role of rapeseed oil in a balanced diet, the science behind the claims, or the benefits it offers nutritionally, this episode is well worth a listen. Big thanks to Cynthia Graber and Nicola Twilley for inviting us to be part of it. 🙏 . . . #MellowYellow #SeedOils #Gastropod #Nutrition #SustainableFarming #rapeseedoil #coldpressedrapeseedoil #britishfarming

Strawberries and cream… but better. Mellow Yellow Balsamic Vinaigrette adds a subtle tang that makes the strawberries taste even sweeter, layered with fluffy diner-style pancakes and whipped mascarpone. Would you try this combination? Recipe Serves 2–3 For the pancakes: 300g self-raising flour 1 tbsp baking powder 5 tbsp caster sugar 2 large eggs 280ml milk 1–2 tsp Mellow Yellow oil, for cooking For the vanilla balsamic strawberries: 250g strawberries, sliced 2–3 tsp caster sugar 3–4 tbsp Mellow Yellow Balsamic Vinaigrette 1 tbsp vanilla paste For the whipped mascarpone: 100g mascarpone 4–5 tbsp double cream Optional: 1 tsp caster sugar To finish: Maple syrup, to drizzle Extra Mellow Yellow Balsamic Vinaigrette, to drizzle Method: 1. Whisk the pancake ingredients into a smooth batter. 2. Cook the pancakes in a lightly oiled pan until golden. 3. Toss the strawberries with the sugar, balsamic vinaigrette, and vanilla. 4. Whip the mascarpone and cream together until smooth. 5. Stack the pancakes with the mascarpone and strawberries, then drizzle with maple syrup and extra vinaigrette. #americanpancakes BalsamicVinaigrette #BrunchIdeas #PancakeStack #strawberriesandcream Pick up Mellow Yellow dressings and oils from @waitrose , @sainsburys , @ocado , @coopuk , and @boothscountry

Sticky Honey & Mustard Glazed Salmon Bowls Who says dressing is just for salads? Mellow Yellow Honey & Mustard Dressing cooks down into a delicious sticky glaze for salmon — sweet, savoury, smoky and packed with flavour. Perfect for an easy sushi-style bowl at home. Serves 2 You’ll need: 300g salmon 3 tbsp Mellow Yellow Honey & Mustard Dressing ½ tsp smoked paprika 1 tsp grated ginger 200g sushi rice 1 avocado ½ cucumber 1 carrot 50g edamame Method: 1. Marinate the salmon for 20–30 minutes with the Honey & Mustard Dressing and smoked paprika. 2. Sear the salmon in a hot pan, then add the grated ginger and let everything bubble down into a glossy glaze. Coat the salmon well until sticky and caramelised. 3. Lightly dress the carrot and cucumber. 4. Build your bowls with sushi rice, avocado, edamame and glazed salmon. Sprinkle over sesame seeds to finish. #MellowYellow #HoneyAndMustard #SalmonBowl #EasyDinner #FoodInspo Find Mellow Yellow dressings and oils in @waitrose , @sainsburys , @ocado , @coopuk and @boothscountry .

A bistro-style salad with layers of crunch, smoke and sharpness. Mellow Yellow Classic Vinaigrette brings all the punchy flavour, so you can focus on the good bits: charred gem, crispy bacon and crunchy anchovy pangrattato. Serves 2–3 You’ll need: 2–3 baby gem lettuces 4 tbsp Mellow Yellow Classic Vinaigrette 100g stale bread 3 anchovies Small handful of chives 4 rashers bacon Method: 1. Blitz the bread and anchovies into rough crumbs → fry until golden and crisp, then add the chopped chives. 2. cook the bacon in oil until crispy, then in a clean dry griddle pan char the lettuce. 3.pour the vinaigrette onto a platter → layer everything up and serve. Pick up Mellow Yellow dressings and oils from @waitrose , @sainsburys , @ocado , @coopuk and @boothscountry #MellowYellow #ClassicVinaigrette #bistrostyle #SaladRecipe FoodInspo

Sticky. Crispy. Sweet heat. Who said vinaigrette we made only for Salads!? Mellow Yellow Blackberry Vinaigrette turns into a glossy hot honey glaze for crispy chicken dippers, while the same vinaigrette dresses a smoky charred corn salad with the perfect balance of sweet, sharp and savoury. Recipe Serves 2 You’ll need: 300g chicken breast 75g panko breadcrumbs 1 tsp sesame seeds 2 tbsp plain flour 1 egg, beaten 125ml Mellow Yellow Blackberry Vinaigrette 2–3 tbsp honey ½–1 tsp chilli flakes 100g corn (fresh, frozen or tinned) 1 cucumber, chopped 2 large handfuls mixed salad leaves 2–3 tsp Mellow Yellow Blackberry Vinaigrette (for the salad) Method: Coat the chicken (flour → egg → panko) and fry until golden and crisp. Simmer the vinaigrette with honey and chilli flakes until thick and glossy, then toss the hot chicken through the glaze. Char the corn in a hot pan with a little vinaigrette until lightly smoky. Combine with cucumber and salad leaves, then serve alongside the sticky chicken dippers. Pick up Mellow Yellow dressings and oils from @waitrose , @sainsburys , @ocado , @coopuk and @boothscountry . . . . . #MellowYellow #BlackberryVinaigrette #ChickenDippers #ComfortFood #EasyRecipes

Big, bold roast spatchcock chicken. Marinated and glazed with Mellow Yellow Ultimate Chilli Dressing for heat, stickiness and deep flavour, with smashed cucumbers to cool things down. Serves 3–4 You’ll need: 1 whole chicken (spatchcocked) 200ml Mellow Yellow Ultimate Chilli Dressing 3 tbsp soy sauce 4 garlic cloves, crushed 5cm ginger, grated 2 cucumbers 2–3 spring onions 1–2 chillies Sesame seeds Method Mix dressing, soy, garlic & ginger → coat chicken well, marinate 2–3 hrs (or overnight) → roast at 180°C for 50–60 mins, turning halfway, until sticky & cooked through. lightly smash cucumbers, salt & drain 10 mins → toss with dressing, sliced spring onions & chillies → serve chicken with cucumber salad, sesame seeds & extra dressing. Pick up Mellow Yellow dressings and oils from @waitrose , @sainsburys , @ocado , @coopuk and @boothscountry . . #MellowYellow #ChilliDressing #SpatchcockChicken #RoastChicken SharingFoood

EVERYTHING BUT THE BAGEL SALMON BOWL A little money-saving tip is replenishing my @mellowyellowkitchen Cold-Pressed Rapeseed Oil with their 2 litre pouch (it’s available via @ocadouk ) for my everyday cooking. It’s low in saturated fat with a subtle nutty flavour and made right here in the UK!🌾ad INGREDIENTS (Serves 2): - @mellowyellowkitchen Cold-Pressed Rapeseed Oil - 1 Red Onion, thinly sliced - 100g Quinoa - 3 tsp White Wine Vinegar - Fresh Dill - 300g Smoked Salmon Fillet, patted dry - 2 tbsp Everything but the Bagel Seasoning - 2 tbsp Cream Cheese - 1 tbsp Capers - Fresh Chives - Black Pepper - Half Cucumber, small diced - 8 Cornichons, finely chopped - Half Lemon, juiced METHOD: - Heat 1 tbsp @mellowyellowkitchen Cold-Pressed Rapeseed Oil in a frying pan over a low-medium heat. Add onion and caramelise for 20 minutes until jammy. Add a splash of water to help it along. - Cook quinoa according to packet instructions. Leave to cool slightly. - Meanwhile, rub salmon with 1 tbsp @mellowyellowkitchen Cold-Pressed Rapeseed Oil. Press bagel seasoning onto the flesh side of each fillet. Oven roast/ air-fry at 180°C for approximately 12 minutes or until the crust is golden and salmon is cooked through (internal temp. 54°C). - In a small bowl, whisk cream cheese, capers, 1 tsp vinegar, chives and black pepper. - Fold caramelised onions, cucumber, cornichons, dill, and 2 tsp vinegar into the quinoa. Season with sea salt, black pepper and lemon juice. - Spread cream cheese across the bottom of each bowl. Spoon the quinoa on top. Finish with salmon.

Episode 5: Triple choc brownies! The secret ingredient to my triple chocolate chip brownies? It’s mayonnaise!! Just one tablespoon adds extra oil, yolk and salt giving the brownies a fudgier texture, a shiny crackly topping and a subtle savouriness which complements the milk, dark and white chocolate involved. Using a good quality mayonnaise makes all the difference; @mellowyellowkitchen makes the best mayonnaise IMO with its buttery flavour and gorgeous colour. It might be a bit of a wild card, but you won’t bake them any other way after trying! Here’s the recipe: 180g unsalted butter 180g milk chocolate 300g caster sugar 130g plain flour 1 tbsp homemade mayo using @mellowyellowkitchen 3 medium eggs 30g white chocolate & dark chocolate chips Pinch of flakey sea salt 🍫Melt the chocolate and butter together then leave to cool to room temperature. Preheat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan/gas mark 4) 🥚 Fold in the sugar, then the flour and mayonnaise. Crack in the eggs and mix one by one and stir, then pour into a lined tray. Scatter over the white and dark chocolate chunks, then liberally sprinkle with flaky salt. 🌞 Bake for 25 minutes, it’s ready when it’s slightly coming away from the sides of the tin. Leave to cool before slicing into 12 #brownierecipe #chocolatebrownies #mellowyellowrapeseedoil #baking

Episode 4: Chicken Fat Mayo! If you’ve ever eaten at my house, I have likely fed you chicken fat mayo! It’s a magical dressing using up a by product of a roast chicken and only takes a minute to whip up. Using homemade mayonnaise and even better @mellowyellowkitchen homemade mayonnaise makes it even more special with its slightly nutty flavour and vibrant colour. This recipe serves it with a classic chicken and chips but it’s great with a roast dinner too. INGREDIENTS 🐓 Spatchcock the chicken, rub with @mellowyellowkitchen and plenty of salt, pepper and dried herbs. Roast with 100ml water in the bottom of the tray, at 180°c for 45 minutes. 🍟 Finely slice potatoes, add to a bowl of cold water then drain to wash off the starch. Pat dry with a clean tea towel then toss with @mellowyellowkitchen , salt and polenta. fry at 200°c in the airfryer for 15-20 minutes until golden and crisp 🌞 Drain off some of the chicken roasting juices into a bowl of mayonnaise with the garlic, lemon and parsley. Taste and add more juices if needed! Serve up with the carved chicken and chips. #chickenfatmayo #chickenrecipes #mayo #roastchicken #chickenandchips

It’s all about the INGREDIENTS. Thank to my friends @bethnal_green_fish for suppling the stunning salmon, to @ethicalbutcher for supplying the awesome beef short ribs and @mellowyellowkitchen for the golden cold pressed rapeseed oil we used throughout the event. @mrsvaleriewhatling @ben.nottage81